February Events for Your Valentine’s Day To-do List

Just in time for Valentine’s Day the Austin area is spreading the love. This year the day dedicated to love falls on a Friday which means there are a myriad of events happening both before and during the weekend. From shopping events to Galentine’s Day celebrations and chocolate tastings there are plenty of things to choose from. This Valentine’s Day whether you’re looking to dine out, sip wine with your sweetie, or spend quality time with the family feel the love with these awesome heartfelt events. Here’s a few of our favorites.

One-of-a-kind Gifts and More

Lonely Hearts Club + Handcrafted and VintageMarket on Saturday, Feb. 8, noon to 5 p.m. at Kinda Tropical. Looking for a unique Valentine gift for your sweetie? With 30 local artisans and vintage collectors taking over the parking lot of this hip Eastside eatery, we’re certain you’ll find what you need. And while you’re there don’t forget to try some freshly-brewed coffee, mouth-watering libations, or some tasty bites. Shopping, socializing and a whole lot of pre-Valentine’s Day fun.

Sour Duck Farmer’s Market on Sunday, Feb. 9, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., located at 1814 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. For a bit of a change to the usual retail offerings visit Sour Duck for one-of-a-kind, unique gifts for everyone including your furbaby. Delectable treats and eats too. Enjoy happy hour drink specials and live music by the Aubrey Hays Band. Check here for additional information.

Valentine’s Day Evening Events

Valentine’s Date Night on Lake Austin on Friday, Feb. 14, 6-11:30 p.m. at Mozart’s Coffee Roasters. With the backdrop of Lake Austin providing the ambience, Mozart’s is transforming its lakeside deck into a candlelit romantic oasis featuring a three-course dessert tasting. A specially selected coffee pairing is included with each course. Live music by Sarah Hall and Chloe Youtsey too. Tickets are required to attend the event.

Bob Schneider & the Moonlight Orchestra on Friday, Feb. 14, 8 p.m. at Austin City Limits Live at the Moody Theater. Spend a romantic evening with your sweetie and Bob Schneider. This Austin-based musician’s Valentine’s Day concert will feature a wide range of classic love songs in addition to a host of favorites from Bob’s special songbook. For a truly magical evening Bob will be accompanied by the Moonlight Orchestra featuring the Tosca Strings with special guests Lex Land and Ian Flanigan. Tickets for the performance are still available.

Beer My Valentine on Friday, Feb. 14, 6-10 p.m. at Independence Brewing Company. To make this event extra special Independence Brewing Company has teamed up with local distillers Garrison Brothers for a celebration of love for everyone. It features free bourbon tastings, a limited-edition beer bottle release and two for one beer specials. But that’s not all. Grab your favorite dance partner and learn how to scoot your boots with two-step dance lessons and live music by Rey Mountain Revelry. The event is free and open to the public unless you want to purchase a Beer My Valentine Kit to commemorate the evening.

For the Kids

Peter Pan at the Georgetown Palace Theatre from January 31-March 1. The entire family will enjoy this musical version of the play by Sir J.M. Barrie. The story follows the experiences of a young boy who refuses to grow up and his adventures in never-never land with the Darling children. Times and dates vary. However, a special Theatre for All: Adaptive Sensory Performance will take place on February 13 at 7:30 p.m. To purchase tickets and check for availability go to their website.

The 2020 Faerie Tea Parties on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 1-2 and Saturday, Feb. 22 at Zilker Park Botanical Gardens, 2220 Barton Springs, times vary. Celebrate the joys of spring with the folks at Zilker Park and help them welcome the garden faeries. To attend you’ll have dress in your faerie best. The event includes light refreshments, a faerie sightings walk through the gardens and a plant to take home. Registration is required and available at austintexas.gov/parksonline.

Austin Cave Festival on Saturday, Feb. 22 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. Don’t be in the dark. Instead spend the day discovering and learning a ton of fascinating facts about caves. You’ll meet cave scientists, climb through the Wildflower Cave, and learn about cave animals and how to protect water resources. Plus live music, an art exhibit and puppet shows. The event is free and open to the public. Additional information is available at austincavefestival.org.

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